Topics of particular interest for this conference are works by SanFrancisco or California mystery writers or the use of the West Coast as asetting in mysteries. Also of interest are works that deal with thetransformation of mysteries from written texts into films or other media,and the appearance of mysteries in works that cross genre boundaries suchas computer games, graphic novels, film, and television. We also seekpapers on gender issues, hard-boiled, and feminist works. For moreinformation on the conference or postings on panels or events, go to<http://pcaaca.org/>. Some current panels are â€œThe SpinsterDetective,â€ â€œRaymond Chandler,â€ â€œWest Coast PIs,â€ â€œFilm Detectivesâ€& â€œFeminist PIs" and "Teaching Detective Fiction."

Proposals must include a title and an abstract of 150-250 words. Submitproposals to one program area only.